About Us

Minova is an industry leader of ground support and geotechnical solutions for mining, tunnelling and surface ground engineering projects. We are known for our high-quality products, technical expertise and customer problem solving. Our 140- year track record of developing and delivering innovative ground support solutions is a heritage we are proud of.

With manufacturing plants across five continents, and operations in more than 25 countries, we offer our customers full portfolio solutions, consisting of a comprehensive range of bolting systems, injection chemicals, grouts, resin capsules and sprayable membranes, coatings, and services.

We proactively develop and nurture partnerships that deliver value and support our customers securing their safety, performance, and efficiency. Wherever you are in the world, we are there when you need us.

Role Summary The Maintenance Technician & Tool-Die Maker is responsible for maintaining and operating production equipment to optimize availability, quality, and speed by maintaining both mechanical and electrical subsystems. With support from a Maintenance Lead, the Technician will troubleshoot production issues and make repairs and adjustments when required. They will also bring in Tooling Maintenance and Repair and Fabrication & Machining experience.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

1. Tooling Maintenance and Repair

· Diagnose root causes of tooling failures and implement corrective actions.

· Perform die changeovers and provide tooling setup support as required.





· Conduct preventative maintenance on tooling and related equipment.

2. Fabrication and Machining

· Operate machine shop equipment including:

o Manual lathes o Milling machines o Surface grinders o Drill presses o Saws o CNC equipment (where applicable)

· Fit, assemble, and test tooling components to required tolerances.

· Perform precision measurements using micrometers, calipers, bore gauges, height gauges, and other inspection equipment.

3. Maintenance

· Ensure equipment and machinery is operating at peak performance to efficiently execute the daily production plan

· Follow a schedule of preventative maintenance with Operations to keep overtime and downtime to a minimum

· Ensure plant and equipment is in good order by regular inspection and site audit

· Assist in the development and implementation of the Safety, Health and Environmental (SH&E;) plan for the Hamilton site.

· Understand and follow Lockout/Tagout and machine guarding program.

· Investigate cost effective solutions to plant and machine problems.

· Contacting external vendors as needed to resolve machine issues.

· Enter workorders in electronic CMMS.

Qualifications

· Robust knowledge of stamping dies, fixtures, jigs,



and tooling systems.

· Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and blueprints.

· Experience using precision measuring equipment.

· Experience in metal forming, stamping, roll forming, or mining products manufacturing environments.

· Tool and Die Maker Certificate of Qualification (430A) or equivalent trade certification.

· 5 years’ experience in mechanical maintenance or comparable role in a similar environment.

· Trades accreditation is an asset, or equivalent work experience.

· Industrial experience is an asset/highly preferrable

· Ability to get certified - Valid Forklift certification & Valid Scissor Lift certification is an asset (If the selected incumbent does not possess a valid certification, training will be provided within 90 days of hire)

· Previous experience in mechanical prevention and predictive maintenance programs preferred.

· Demonstrated ability to successfully prioritize, manage time well, multitask, and troubleshoot.

Benefits of Working at Minova

- Competitive pay and bonus opportunities
- Extended Health Benefits beginning in the second week of training
- Employer-supported RRSP/DPSP contributions after one year of service
- Paid time off to promote employee well-being and work-life balance

Pay: $30.00-$40.00 per hour

Benefits

- Company pension
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- RRSP match
- Vision care

Work Location: In person

📌 Maintenance Technician (Canada)
🏢 Minova Canada
📍 Canada